About

Bi 1 - Principles of Biology

About

A host of new technologies have led to an explosion of fascinating data across
the hierarchy of biology, from molecules to ecosystems, as well as the
integration of biology with other sciences, including geology, physics,
chemistry and mathematics. This course provides an introduction to the most
exciting themes of modern biology through a series of case studies. Each of
these examples, whether the examination of the critical role of keystone
species in ecology or the resolution of key puzzles of modern biogeography
using DNA sequencing or the advent of super resolution microscopy which
provides an astonishing dynamic view of cells and the viruses that infect them,
serves to demonstrate the overarching principles of modern biology.

Where and When?

The course will be composed of two lecture sessions and one recitation per
week. Occasionally, there will be a computational tutorial session in lieu of
recitation.